Lot 1001. A blue and white 'dragon' dish, Daoguang seal mark and period (1821-1850). Diameter 6 1/2  in., 16.7 cm. Estimate $4,000 - $6,000. Sold: $9,375. © Sotheby's

the rounded sides rising from a tapered foot to a slightly flared rim, the interior painted with a scaly dragon leaping to grasp a 'flaming pearl' amid flame scrolls, the exterior repeating the motif, all within double line borders, the base with a six-character seal mark.